Srinagar, Oct 30 (KINS): The Council of Ministers has approved the establishment of two new industrial estates in Jammu and Kashmir, involving a combined investment of ₹162.72 crore, the Office of the Chief Minister informed.
The approved projects include a new industrial estate at Pehlipora, Lar, in Ganderbal district, at a cost of ₹60.92 crore, and Industrial Estate Bhagthali (Part-II) in Kathua district, with an investment of ₹101.80 crore.
The CM office said that the projects aim to strengthen industrial infrastructure, attract investments and promote local manufacturing across Jammu and Kashmir.
“The new industrial estates are also expected to generate employment opportunities for local youth and contribute to the region’s sustained economic growth”.(KINS)

